A drought in the western states led to a 30% reduction in corn production

The city council approved a plan to expand the subway systemScientists studied the impact of plastic waste on marine life

A major retailer announced plans to open stores in several new countriesThe country’s inflation rate remained stable at 2 percent this monthA historical church was damaged by fire and needs reconstruction

Doctors advised people to get enough sleep for better healthA television show received high ratings for its season finale

The city introduced a bike lane network to encourage cycling

Researchers found that regular exercise improves memory in older adultsScientists reported that coral reefs in protected areas are recovering faster than expected

The city council voted to extend public transit hours during holiday weekendsResearchers studied the effects of social media on self-esteem in young adults

A popular fashion brand announced a collaboration with a sustainable clothing lineThe national hockey league started its new season with a special charity game

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• ·A fire department hosted a smoke alarm installation day where they installed free smoke alarms in low-income homes
• ·A small business owner started a podcast about small business ownership that gained 5,000 listeners
• ·Researchers studied the effects of social media on self-esteem in young adults
• ·A city installed new crosswalks with flashing lights to improve pedestrian safety at busy intersections
• ·Pet sitting service offers overnight care for pets while owners travel
• ·Bakery makes low carb bread for customers on special diets
• ·Weather forecasters predicted above-average temperatures for the summer months
• ·Students raised money for a local animal shelter through a charity event
• ·The government released data showing a 4.5% increase in exports during the last quarter
• ·The police department launched a new campaign to raise awareness about road safety for cyclists
• ·A university announced it will offer free tuition to students from families with incomes below $50,000
• ·A study found that reading fiction can improve empathy and social understanding
• ·A severe flood hit a rural area destroying dozens of homes and forcing temporary shelter use
• ·A farm started selling honey sticks as a healthy snack for kids
• ·Archaeologists find ancient coins that date back to Roman Empire
• ·A college sports team won a regional tournament, qualifying for the national championship for the first time